Rockwall County Newcomers elect new officers

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX. (July 21, 2015) The Rockwall County Newcomers and Friend Club recently elected officers for 2015-2016. Officers are: President Robyn Liane, 1st Vice President/Programs Mary Thacker, 2nd Vice President/Membership Barbara Bowman, Treasurer Audrey Baxley, and Secretary Jo Anderson. The first luncheon meeting of the new year will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, September 10th […]

North Texas Army Veteran to receive custom-built, mortgage-free home in Rockwall

North Texas Army Veteran to receive custom-built, mortgage-free home in Rockwall

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 16, 2015) U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jerry Holcomb and family received the surprise of a lifetime – and on America’s birthday, no less – when national nonprofit organization Operation FINALLY HOME and other local organizations announced they will gift a new custom-built, mortgage-free Rockwall home to the veteran. The announcement […]

Rockwall Toastmasters celebrate 15 years

New members welcome (ROCKWALL, TX – July 16, 2015) Good news! The Rockwall Toastmasters Club just celebrated their 15 year anniversary on June 25, 2015, with membership continuing to grow. Whether you’re an experienced public speaker or a novice, Rockwall Toastmasters can help you improve your communication and leadership skills. Rockwall Toastmasters want to take […]

Rockwall County Historical Foundation receives donation in Sheri Fowler Parks’ name

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 10, 2015) The Class of 2015 mothers and daughters of the National Charity League’s Inc. Lone Star Chapter recently donated $1,000 to Rockwall County Historical Foundation in honor of their friend and past president, Sheri Fowler Parks. Pictured from left are Hannah Adley, Katie Wells, Abby Childers, Carolyn Francisco (President RCHF), Ashlyn […]

Support Group for those struggling with thoughts of Suicide and Depression

ROCKWALL,TX. (July 8, 2015) Light Two Candles is a local support group and Christian ministry.  Everyone is welcome, no matter your age, ethnicity, sexual identity, income, faith, or any other personal characteristic. “We are a community of those who have suffered with thoughts of suicide or have attempted and overcome, those who have lost someone to suicide and those […]

Rockwall Classic Golf Tournament winners announced

ROCKWALL, TX (July 8, 2015) The second annual Rockwall Classic Golf  Tournament was held June 29th at the Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club (RGAC) benefiting Rockwall County Helping Hands. Competition began with lunch sponsored by Jersey Mike’s, shotgun at 1:00pm followed by dinner by RGAC and awards. Thanks to all of the participants, volunteers, and […]

Meals on Wheels receives donation

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 7, 2015) April English, co-owner of English Insurance and member of Leadership Rockwall Class of 2015, announced that LR recently had the opportunity – on behalf of English Insurance and through Safeco Insurance – to enter Meals on Wheels into a contest called “Make More Happen.” With over 100 applications submitted across the country, Meals on […]